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The Big Sick (2017)

Poster for The Big Sick

An awkward true story.

Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.

Cast & Crew

Director
Michael Showalter
  • Profile picture of Kumail Nanjiani
    Kumail Nanjiani Kumail Nanjiani
  • Profile picture of Zoe Kazan
    Emily Gardner Zoe Kazan
  • Profile picture of Holly Hunter
    Beth Gardner Holly Hunter
  • Profile picture of Ray Romano
    Terry Gardner Ray Romano
  • Profile picture of Anupam Kher
    Azmat Nanjiani Anupam Kher
  • Profile picture of Zenobia Shroff
    Sharmeen Nanjiani Zenobia Shroff
  • Profile picture of Adeel Akhtar
    Naveed Nanjiani Adeel Akhtar
  • Profile picture of Bo Burnham
    CJ Bo Burnham

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